In McDowell, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of McDowell’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of McDowell’s 178 residents. 5G reception covers up to 81.94% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the McDowell providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
McDowell, IL Top Cell Providers
Starter Phones Designed for Child Safety
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $29/mo.
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Built-in Parental Controls | Approved Contacts Only | Parent-Controlled Internet Access
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $15/mo.
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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States. Learn more about Mint vs. other carriers.
Coverage:
100.00% of McDowell
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 99.87%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in McDowell
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in McDowell) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
99.87% |
99.69% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McDowell mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in McDowell
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of McDowell homes. 93.66% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in McDowell
Coverage:
100.00% of McDowell
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 76.27% 4G: 99.30% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in McDowell
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in McDowell) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
76.27% |
73.59% |
4G |
99.30% |
99.26% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 76.27% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McDowell mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in McDowell
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 76.27% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of McDowell homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in McDowell
Coverage:
99.97% of McDowell
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 50.66% 4G: 87.95% 3G or 2G: 93.98%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in McDowell
T-Mobile covers 99.97% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in McDowell) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
50.66% |
53.85% |
4G |
87.95% |
83.66% |
2G or 3G |
93.98% |
94.06% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 50.66% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McDowell mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in McDowell
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 50.66% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.97% of McDowell homes. 95.50% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of McDowell homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as McDowell land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the McDowell Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in McDowell, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, McDowell ranks #2865 out of 3561 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Illinois.
Best McDowell Cell Provider Key
The northeastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of McDowell where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in McDowell, IL: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in McDowell. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 76.27% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of McDowell homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in McDowell, IL
If the price of a McDowell mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in McDowell including pre-paid, no-contract plans that start as low as $15 per line. Many of these providers such as Mint, Boost, and Cricket partner with the three major carriers to provide excellent coverage nationwide. With these discount options, the price of your McDowell wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile above
Plans start at $15/mo.
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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States.
These providers all offer excellent coverage at a lower price compared to more well-known brands. Mint is generally regarded as the most affordable provider for unlimited data, with a high "throttle cap" of 35GB. Depending on where you live, you may prefer the AT&T network coverage offered by Cricket. Boost is a good option for international travelers.
Local Mobile Providers in McDowell, IL
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in McDowell, and then partner with larger national companies to provide national service for traveling customers. We display network partners to the best of our ability but cannot guarantee coverage or charges outside of McDowell and the providers’ coverage areas.
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Illinois Valley Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in McDowell
Illinois Valley Cellular covers 100.00% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 2G or 3G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in McDowell) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
100.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Illinois Valley Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McDowell mobile providers.
Illinois Valley Cellular Voice Quality in McDowell
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of McDowell homes. 99.95% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
McDowell, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
McDowell Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in McDowell may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the city. To see coverage for an individual provider, click the provider's availability maps above.
There are several types of mobile coverage to consider when evaluating a carrier’s geographic reliability. 5G is the fastest mobile data connection in McDowell covering 81.94% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (178 people) and 100.0% of the land (18.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in McDowell
McDowell 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in McDowell cover 81.94% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 81.53% or 14.9 square miles of McDowell are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in McDowell comes from AT&T Wireless with 76.27% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in McDowell
McDowell 4G Coverage Key
4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In McDowell, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in McDowell with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in McDowell for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the city, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to McDowell houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and Illinois Valley Cellular, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all McDowell land is provided by Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and Illinois Valley Cellular at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 76.27% in McDowell.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, covering 100.00% of McDowell.
- The top estimated average speed in McDowell, estimated at 54.15, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near McDowell
If you live near McDowell but aren’t technically in the city, or you like to explore the region a lot, your coverage availability and speeds may vary.
Enter your zip code here to find more precise mobile numbers on your exact location. Here are our mobile and cell phone guides for several popular locations in and around McDowell:
Cities close to McDowell
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- Rowe, IL: worse coverage
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- Allendale, NY: worse coverage
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- Pleasanton, IA: worse coverage
- Pleasant Lake, MN: better coverage
- Pleasant Grove, AR: worse coverage